Nigeria passport → Sudan
Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for Sudan?
Nigerian passport holders need a visa for Sudan, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
What this means for your trip
- Book an appointment with the embassy, consulate or its visa centre early. Waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, ITR, employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Sudan at a glance
- Capital
- Khartoum
- Currency
- Sudanese pound (SDG)
- Languages
- Arabic, English
- Calling code
- +249
- Region
- Northern Africa
Sudan for other passports
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa required
United KingdomVisa required
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free
ChinaVisa on arrival60 days
SingaporeVisa required
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshNo admission
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required- NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in Northern Africa for Nigerian passport holders
Common questions
Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for Sudan?
Nigerian passport holders need a visa for Sudan, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
How long can Nigerian citizens stay in Sudan?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Nigerian citizens get a visa on arrival in Sudan?
Not under the standard rules.
How many countries can Nigerian citizens visit without a visa?
42 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Nigeria passport ranks #84 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Nigerian citizens (edited 4 Oct 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Sudan before you travel.